"Love and Rockets" is the fourth studio album released by the band Love And Rockets, an English alternative rock band formed in 1985 by former members of Bauhaus. The album is famous for its distinct shift in sound, compared to the band's earlier work, embracing a sleeker, dance-friendly production.
Released in 1989, the album significantly boosted Love And Rockets' commercial success, particularly in the United States, where the hit single "So Alive" peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This successful single also helped the album to achieve Gold certification enforced by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
The total runtime of the album is approximately 57 minutes and includes notable tracks such as "No Big Deal," "Bound for Hell," and "Dreamtime." The overall tone of the record is often described as a fusion of post-punk and neo-psychedelia with a popier sound. Besides, the album cover, featuring a heart and a rocket, provided a clear interpretation of the double entendre within the band's name, Love And Rockets.
"Love and Rockets" is considered an important album in the rock music world, often credited with helping to establish the band's popularity and their individual identity apart from their roots in Bauhaus. Despite controversies at the time of its release around its shift in music style, it has stood the test of time and is now considered a classic in the Love And Rockets discography.
